Anthony Thompson

1 week ago | beaconjournal.com | Anthony Thompson |Bryce Buyakie

One year after a mass shooting in Akron that killed one and injured dozens, police have yet to make any arrests. Despite thousands of hours of investigation, including interviews, search warrants and reviews of footage, the case has stagnated due to lack of clear evidence. Investigators are seeking new videos or witness testimony that could provide a breakthrough in identifying the shooter.

1 week ago | beaconjournal.com | Anthony Thompson

Another day, another traffic stop where police officers in Northeast Ohio encounter a furry creature behind the wheel of a vehicle. Earlier this month, Springfield Township police came across a meth pipe-toting raccoon named Chewy. This week, police in Doylestown in Wayne County find another raccoon taking their spot in the driver's seat.

1 week ago | beaconjournal.com | Anthony Thompson

Have you ever walked up to the front door of your Northeast Ohio residence only to be greeted by a swarm of flies? Have you ever wondered why there are so many of these flies and why they always appear this time of year? Memorial Day Weekend doesn't only signify the impending return of summer – it's also the return of the midge. While there are different varieties of midges – some that bite and some that do not – the freshwater midges that inhabit the Lake Erie area are harmless.

1 week ago | beaconjournal.com | Anthony Thompson

The 36-year-old man wanted in connection to a May 3 shooting that injured two people at Royal Palace party center in Akron surrendered to authorities on May 24, police Lt. Michael Murphy confirmed in a press release. Bikash Tamang was wanted for two counts of felonious assault, improperly discharging a firearm at or into a habitation and improper handling of firearms. He is currently being held at the Summit County Jail. Officers originally responded to the party center at 134 East Tallmadge Ave.

1 week ago | beaconjournal.com | Anthony Thompson

Memorial Day has come and gone, and summer is right around the corner. Will this summer season bring warmer-than-usual temperatures and higher levels of rain in Summit County than last summer, where droughts were seemingly commonplace? Here are some climate predictions from the Old Farmer's Almanac as well as the National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center. When does summer start in 2025? The first day of summer this year will be Friday, June 20.